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Judge Dismisses £100k Discrimination Claim Against Hippodrome Casino

5/16/2026

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Judge Andrew Holmes granted summary judgment to the Hippodrome Casino, dismissing Dr Mortaza Sahibzada’s £100,000 claim and ordering £11,000 in fees.
The lawsuit exposed the casino’s policy of favoring regular high-spending players over disciplined professionals.
Sahibzada alleged his rapid cash-out angered affluent regulars who pressured a ban, claiming racial discrimination under the Equality Act, while the casino argued the ban stemmed from problem-gambling concerns.

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Judge Andrew Holmes granted summary judgment to the Hippodrome Casino, dismissing Dr Mortaza Sahibzada’s £100,000 claim and ordering £11,000 in fees.
The lawsuit exposed the casino’s policy of favoring regular high-spending players over disciplined professionals.
Sahibzada alleged his rapid cash-out angered affluent regulars who pressured a ban, claiming racial discrimination under the Equality Act, while the casino argued the ban stemmed from problem-gambling concerns.